Darkroom Film Developing Kit

Have you ever wanted to become addicted to the smell of darkroom chemistry? Do modern processes make you yearn to take your photography literally back into your own hands? Does the idea of creating beautiful art in pure darkness excite you? Darkroom film developing is just what you need. Satisfy your artistic urges with this starter kit, including all the chemistry you need; reels fit for 35mm, 120, 220, 126, or 127 film; a developing tank; and a pack of archival pages to keep your precious negatives safe.

What's inside

1 bottle Ilford Ilfosol 3 - Film developer - 500mL

1 bottle Ilford Ilfostop - Odorless stop bath - 500mL

1 bottle Ilford Rapid Fixer - Film and paper fixer - 1L

1 bottle Ilford Washaid - Washing aid - 1L

1 bottle Ilford Ilfotol - Wetting agent - 1L

1 Paterson SS4- One Reel Tank- Capable of processing 1 roll of 120, 220, 127 film or 2 rolls of 35mm,126 film at a time

2 multi-format reels - Plastic reels that can be adjusted to fit 35mm, 120, 200, 126, or 127 film and formed to fit included Paterson SS4 tank

Each bottle will last a different amount of time, based on how much you'll be using in a run and which chemicals you can save. Chemicals will last longer when stored in an opaque, air tight bottle. We recommend reading the instructions on each bottle of chemistry.

What else will I need for my darkroom?

Measuring devices (such as a large pitcher with mL marks) and air-tight, screw-top containers will help you accurately measure and safely store your chemicals. Otherwise you'll need a dark (pitch black) room. The space doesn't have to be large, but must be dark, as film is light-sensitive before development.